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The ESAs support ESRB warning on systemic cyber risks from frontier AI models

The ESAs support ESRB warning on systemic cyber risks from frontier AI models 07 July 2026 Digital Finance and Innovation Joint Committee Press Releases The European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA – the ESAs) welcome and support today’s warning from European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) on the systemic cyber risks posed by frontier AI models. Recent advance

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ESMA launches Common Supervisory Action on CASPs’ digital operational resilience for custody

ESMA launches Common Supervisory Action on CASPs’ digital operational resilience for custody 08 July 2026 Digital Finance and Innovation The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU regulator and supervisor, is launching a Common Supervisory Action (CSA) focusing on the digital operational resilience of Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs), with a specific emphasis on custody services. The

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ESMA publishes technical standards on CCP admission criteria elements

ESMA publishes technical standards on CCP admission criteria elements 08 July 2026 CCP Guidelines and Technical standards The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published its Final Report on the Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) concerning the central counterparties’ (CCPs) admission criteria elements , following the review of the European Ma

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Financial firms keep EU carbon markets moving

Financial firms keep EU carbon markets moving 09 July 2026 Trading The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU financial market regulator and supervisor, has published its t hird annual market report on EU carbon markets . The report shows that financial intermediaries are central to the functioning of the EU carbon market. They provide liquidity, act as counterparties to non-financial fir

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ESMA publishes first market capitalisation data for EU Member States

ESMA publishes first market capitalisation data for EU Member States 10 July 2026 Market data The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published today the annual market capitalisation and market capitalisation ratios of EU Member States for the reference years 2024 and 2025. This publication marks the first implementation of ESMA’s manda

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New Q&As available

New QAs available 10 July 2026 Digital Finance and Innovation Sustainable finance Trading The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU's securities markets regulator, has published the following question and answer: EU ESG Ratings Regulation (ESGRR) Consulting activities to investors or undertakings (2889) Application of two working day n

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ESMA launches data collection under the first phase of ESAP

ESMA launches data collection under the first phase of ESAP 10 July 2026 Market data The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU regulator and supervisor, has launched the collection of information from Officially Appointed Mechanisms (OAMs) and National Competent Authorities (NCAs) - “collection bodies” - for the first phase of implementation of the European Single Access Point (ESAP) . Fr

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Tue 7 Jul

BaFinMon 6 Jul

Bafin warns consumers about the my.powertooltrade(.)vip

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the company PowerTool and the services it is offering. Bafin suspects the unknown operators of the website my.powertooltrade(.)vip of offering consumers financial and investment services without the required authorisation.

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ESMA publishes preliminary findings on the Active Account Requirement and the first Annual Report of the Joint Monitoring Mechanism

ESMA publishes preliminary findings on the Active Account Requirement and the first Annual Report of the Joint Monitoring Mechanism 06 July 2026 CCP The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published the Interim Report of the Effectiveness of the Active Account Requirement and the First Annual Report of the Joint Monitoring Mechanism .

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ESMA selects Etrading Software (Netherlands) B.V. as Consolidated Tape Provider for OTC derivatives

ESMA selects Etrading Software (Netherlands) B.V. as Consolidated Tape Provider for OTC derivatives 06 July 2026 Trading The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has selected Etrading Software (Netherlands) B.V. as the Consolidated Tape Provider (CTP) for over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives. This constitutes an important step in improving transparency for OTC derivativ

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Sat 4 Jul

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ESMA identifies up to €1 billion in potential annual savings from simplifying EU transaction reporting

ESMA identifies up to €1 billion in potential annual savings from simplifying EU transaction reporting 02 July 2026 Market data Press Releases Simplification and Burden Reduction The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published its final report on the simplification of transaction reporting, setting out a clear path toward

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ESMA reminds firms of existing rules and obligations under binary option measures amid growing popularity of prediction markets globally

ESMA reminds firms of existing rules and obligations under binary option measures amid growing popularity of prediction markets globally 03 July 2026 Investor protection The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has issued a statement  reminding firms of their obligation to assess whether newly offered products fall within the scope of existing product intervent

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ESMA launches Common Supervisory Action with NCAs on the risk management function

ESMA launches Common Supervisory Action with NCAs on the risk management function 03 July 2026 Risk monitoring The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, is launching a Common Supervisory Action (CSA) on risk management function of UCITS management companies and Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs) across the European Union. The CSA will be conducted throughout

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FCAThursday, July 2, 2026 - 11:15

Payments Vision Delivery Committee update on future retail payments infrastructure

The Retail Payments Infrastructure Board (RPIB), led by the Bank of England, recently published a consultation on the future retail payments infrastructure.To support the consultation, the Payment Vision Delivery Committee (PVDC) which comprises representatives of HM Treasury, the FCA, Bank of England and the PSR, has published further context to support stakeholders' reading of the consultation. It covers issues such as how the commercial model for the infrastructure should work and how the new

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Thu 2 Jul

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Moody’s Germany fined EUR 2,145,000 for misreporting to ESMA

Moody’s Germany fined EUR 2,145,000 for misreporting to ESMA 02 July 2026 Press Releases Securities Financing Transactions Supervision Trade Repositories The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has fined Moody’s Deutschland GmbH (Moody’s Germany) a total of EUR 2,145,000, for committing four breaches of the Credit Rating Agencies Regulation (CRA Regulation), and issued a public notice. Verena Ross, ESMA’s Chair said: "Moody’s Germany breached the CRA Regulation by failing to provide complete, accurate and up-to-date data to ESMA. High quality, reliable reporting is critical for detecting risks and maintaining transparency in EU financial markets. ESMA will continue to ensure that credit rating agencies comply with their responsibilities and maintain robust systems and controls.” The errors affected only data submitted by Moody’s Germany to ESMA (including when acting on behalf of other CRAs within its group) and published on ESMA’s central platform. They did not affect the credit ratings published on Moody’s Germany’s website. However, complete and accurate reporting under the CRA Regulation is key to enabling ESMA to fulfil its statutory objectives, protect investors and foster the orderly functioning of financial markets. ESMA also identified deficiencies in Moody’s Germany’s regulatory reporting framework, including its policies, procedures and internal control mechanisms. The breaches were found to have resulted from negligence on the part of Moody’s Germany. In calculating the fine, ESMA considered both aggravating and mitigating factors provided in the CRA Regulation. Notes for editors [ ESMA43-857238790-1812 Decision ] [ ESMA43-857238790-2031 Public

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ESMA appoints Peter Tkáč as the new member of its Management Board

ESMA appoints Peter Tkáč as the new member of its Management Board 01 July 2026 About ESMA Management Board The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the European Union’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has appointed Peter Tkáč, Národná Banka Slovenska (NBS), Slovakia, as the new member of its Management Board . The election took place at the Board of Supervi

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ESMA consults on simplifying EU Taxonomy disclosure framework

ESMA consults on simplifying EU Taxonomy disclosure framework 01 July 2026 Sustainable finance The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU financial markets regulator and supervisor, has launched a consultation on technical advice to the European Commission (EC) on selected KPIs under the Taxonomy Disclosures Delegated Act, focusing on simplification and reduction of reporting burdens for market participants

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ESMA recognises the Clearing Corporation of India Limited as a Tier 1 third-country CCP

ESMA recognises the Clearing Corporation of India Limited as a Tier 1 third-country CCP 01 July 2026 CCP The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s securities markets regulator, has recognised The Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL) as a Tier 1 third-country central counterparty (CCP) under the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR). The recognition allows CCIL to

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Mon 29 Jun

CySECFri 19 Jun

Tender regarding the ‘Provision of expert services for the assessment of applications for granting authorisation to CIFs, ASPs, CCAUCI, UCITS Man Cos, AIFs, UCITS, AIFMs, AIFLNPs, CASPs, Crowdfunding Platforms, registration of RAIF and monitoring of substantial changes to regulated entities’

Tender regarding the ‘Provision of expert services for the assessment of applications for granting authorisation to CIFs, ASPs, CCAUCI, UCITS Man Cos, AIFs, UCITS, AIFMs, AIFLNPs, CASPs, Crowdfunding Platforms, registration of RAIF and monitoring of substantial changes to regulated entities’

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FCA⚡ High priorityMonday, June 8, 2026 - 13:04

FCA update on reforms to the UK Money Market Fund Regulation

We set out next steps on issuing new rules and guidance on Money Market Funds (MMFs), following Government plans to replace the current rules. On 15 May, the Government set out its expectation that it will lay legislation that will replace the UK Money Market Funds Regulation. Read the Government statement.Money Market Funds (MMFs) play an important role in the financial system. MMFs are widely used for cash management and provide an alternative or complement to bank deposits for a broad range

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FCAMonday, June 8, 2026 - 15:53

FCA takes action against Neil Woodford and W4.0 for operating without authorisation

The FCAhasstartedcivil proceedings against Mr Neil Woodford andW4.0.The FCAallegesthat Mr Woodford and W4.0 are providing regulated investment advice and making financial promotions through the subscription-based platform, www.w4pz.com, without authorisation.In the FCA’sview, the activitybreachessections 19 and 21 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA).The FCA is seekingan injunction against Mr Woodford and W4.0 tostop them carrying on the potentiallyunlawfulactivities.W4.0 is the

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FCA⚡ High priorityWednesday, June 17, 2026 - 18:06

Beyond the headlines: the unseen fight against financial crime

Speech by Therese Chambers, joint executive director of enforcement and market oversight, delivered at the International Bar Association (IBA) Anti-Corruption Conference. I’ve been practising law for over 3 decades now.Starting out, I thought every case would be like the ones on US television: dramatic, with a big reveal and resounding outcome, all packed into a single 30-minute episode. But real law looks nothing like television. Hollywood doesn’t show the months, if not years, of work before

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FCA⚡ High priorityFriday, June 26, 2026 - 11:02

FCA consults on targeted changes to listing rules for closed-ended investment funds

The FCA has published a consultation paper on proposed changes to its UK Listing Rules for closed‑ended investment funds, focused on the management of conflicts of interest. Closed‑ended investment funds have a distinct structure, operating as both listed companies and investment vehicles. Shareholders appoint a board, which in turn appoints and oversees the investment manager responsible for delivering returns. Shareholder rights are central to this model, enabling investors to hold boards to

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FCAThursday, June 11, 2026 - 13:29

Amplifi Capital (U.K.) Limited enters administration

On 9 June 2026, Amplifi Capital (U.K.) Limited (Amplifi) entered administration. Robert Spence and Gareth Slater of Interpath Advisory were appointed joint administrators. Amplifi is authorised by the FCA. Amplifi trades under the names Reevo Money and My Community Finance. Reevo Money provided personal loans to consumers. My Community Finance acted as a credit broker, introducing customers to credit unions; My Community Bank (MCB) and Castle Community Bank (CCB) which issued loans and savings products. All existing loan agreements remain in place and will not change because of the administration. However, Amplifi can no longer issue new loans.Loans or savings with MCB or CCB will not change because of the administration.Customers should continue to make repayments toward any outstanding loans held with Reevo Money, MCB and CCB as usual. Not making repayments is likely to impact your credit score and future borrowing ability.

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​Euribor panel to include KBC Bank​

​Euribor panel to include KBC Bank​ 11 June 2026 Benchmarks Press Releases On 27 May 2026, the European Money Markets Institute (EMMI), the administrator of Euribor, announced the inclusion of KBC Bank in the Euribor panel. ESMA and the Belgian Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) welcome the inclusion of KBC Bank in the panel as a positive development that contributes to strengthening the robustness and reliability of this critical benchmark. Verena Ross, ESMA Chair, said: “The addition of KBC Bank to the Euribor panel reflects the interest of financial institutions active in the money market to contribute to the calculation of Euribor, as well as continued market confidence in this key benchmark. A strong benchmark enhances transparency and the availability of reliable information, which are essential to fostering trust and ensuring the smooth functioning of financial markets.” Jean-Paul Servais, Chairman of the FSMA, said: “We welcome the addition of KBC Bank to the Euribor panel, which further strengthens the robustness and representativeness of this critical benchmark. The representativeness of Euribor has namely always been a key supervisory consideration for the FSMA. The FSMA also greatly values its close cooperation with ESMA within the Euribor supervisory framework. As a member of the Euribor College of Supervisors and being the competent authority for the supervision of the Belgian panel banks, the FSMA will continue to contribute to supervisory convergence together with the other members of the College.” Under the Benchmarks Regulation (BMR), ESMA is responsible for the supervision of EMMI as the administrator of the EU critical benchmark Euribor, while National Competent Authorities (NCAs) are responsible for supervising the banks contributing to Euribor. The FSMA supervises

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ESMA 2025 Annual Report: focus on stronger supervision, regulatory simplification, and innovation

ESMA 2025 Annual Report: focus on stronger supervision, regulatory simplification, and innovation 17 June 2026 About ESMA Board of Supervisors Management Board Press Releases The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published its Annual Report for 2025 , highlighting a year of progress in strengthening EU’s financial markets through enhanced supervision, regulatory simplification and innovation. Set against a backdrop of heightened global uncertainty and ongoing discussions on the Savings and Investments Union (SIU), the report illustrates ESMA’s continued contribution to orderly, resilient and attractive EU capital markets. Verena Ross, Chair of ESMA, said: “2025 was a pivotal year for Europe’s capital markets, with momentum shifting from policy ambition to concrete action. ESMA continued to play a central role in advancing more integrated, transparent and competitive EU markets. Throughout the year we worked with National Competent Authorities on the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and made substantial progress on our simplification and burden reduction projects. Successful onboarding and implementation of new mandates show ESMA’s organisational capacity and readiness to adapt and deliver, despite ongoing uncertainties." Natasha Cazenave, Executive Director of ESMA, said: “In 2025, ESMA has reached important milestones, from progress on the T+1 settlement cycle to the selection of consolidated tape providers and the implementation of new regulatory frameworks including Green Bond and ESG Rating regulations. Welcoming the potential transformational changes currently discussed by co-legislators on the Markets Integration and Supervision Package, ESMA stands ready to take on new resp

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ESMA contributes to global CCP fire drill exercise

ESMA contributes to global CCP fire drill exercise 19 June 2026 CCP In November 2025, 38 central counterparties (‘CCPs’) from across the world, together with clearing members, conducted a coordinated fire drill exercise simulating the failure of a hypothetical common participant. Known as the CCP Global International Default Simulation (CIDS), the exercise aimed to promote preparedness and coordination across jurisdictions. ESMA participated in the lead authorities’ group together with Bundesbank, BaFin, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Bank of England. The group advised on the design of the exercise, monitored its execution, surveyed participants to draw lessons learned and inform design improvements for future exercises. The report published today by the lead authorities summarises the 2025 exercise outcomes and sets out feedback from participating clearing members and clients, alongside the observations and recommendations of the lead authorities. The report follows ESMA’s 2023 report on the Global CCP fire drill. The report highlights several areas where lead authorities expect further progress in the next iteration of the exercise: Encourage industry-led progress to reduce fragmentation in procedures and communication conventions employed by CCPs, and promote greater use of portal-based solutions. Support more realistic testing of porting arrangements to better reflect operational conditions. Consider implementing a voluntary “market stress overlay” module with a coherent cross-CCP macro stress scenario as to fully test operational capacity and constraints under stressed but plausible market conditions. Global fire ‑ drills strengthen the collective understanding of default management processes and improve operational readiness across the financial system, reinforci

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ESMA publishes the register of external reviewers under the EuGB Regulation

ESMA publishes the register of external reviewers under the EuGB Regulation 22 June 2026 Supervision The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published the register of firms authorised to act as external reviewers of European Green Bonds. External reviewers play a key role in ensuring that the use of proceeds of European Green Bonds is allocated in line with the EU Taxonomy requirements. They are also vital in boosting investor confidence by ensuring that their capital genuinely supports the green transition. As of 22 June 2026, registered external reviewers are subject to ESMA supervision and must fully comply with the requirements of the EuGB Regulation. These include clear senior management accountability, strong analytical capabilities, robust and transparent methodologies, effective internal controls and a comprehensive framework for managing conflicts of interest. The transitional regime provided for under Articles 69 and 70 of the EuGB Regulation has ended. From 22 June 2026, external reviewers listed in ESMA’s transitional regime register must cease their external review activities. To ensure transparency about disclosure requirements for previously issued European Green Bonds, ESMA has created a separate register . This register lists firms that notified ESMA under Articles 69 and 70 and were allowed to provide external reviews during the transitional period and includes the periods during which they were active. Next steps Issuers planning to issue a European Green Bond should consult ESMA’s register to select a registered external reviewer to perform their pre-issuance, post-issuance and, where applicable, impact report review. ESMA will update the register regularly to reflect any changes to t

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Sat 6 Jun

FCAFriday, June 5, 2026 - 08:39

Simpler climate reporting rules could save firms £20m annually

Investment firms could save around £20m a year under new proposals from the FCA to simplify climate reporting for investment products. The FCA estimates it could deliver these savings by replacing detailed product-level reports based on the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) with simpler, more targeted information for retail investors, in line with the Consumer Duty.The changes aim to give investors clearer insight into how climate risks – such as floods, storms and othe

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Thu 4 Jun

FCA⚡ High priorityThursday, June 4, 2026 - 09:07

FCA launches investigation into second motor finance claims management company

The FCA has opened an enforcement investigation into Consultation Claims Limited (CCL) following concerns about its conduct in the period April 2025 to December 2025 in relation to motor finance claims. The FCA is investigating concerns that consumers may have been signed up during the period April 2025 to December 2025 without their consent, with some allegations that signatures have been forged. The FCA is investigating the full customer journey, including how customers were contacted, what t

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ESAs publish the first report on DORA major ICT-related incidents

ESAs publish the first report on DORA major ICT-related incidents 03 June 2026 Digital Finance and Innovation Joint Committee The European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA) today published their first annual overview of major ICT-related incidents in the EU financial sector based on a reporting mechanism established by the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). It shows that ICT risks are increasing

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FCAWednesday, June 3, 2026 - 10:34

Football clubs warned about questionable sponsorship deals with unauthorised financial firms

Football clubs have been warned not to put their fans’ cash at risk by signing sponsorship deals with financial firms that aren't allowed to operate in the UK. According to the FCA, a number of unauthorised firms, including crypto businesses and trading platforms, are using sponsorship to target unwitting football fans.These unauthorised firms may be breaching UK financial services laws by providing financial services in the UK without authorisation. Fans using these firms risk losing all their

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Tue 2 Jun

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ESMA publishes latest edition of its newsletter

ESMA publishes latest edition of its newsletter 01 June 2026 ESMA newsletter The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published today the latest edition of its Spotlight on Markets newsletter , covering ESMA’s key activities and publications from April and May 2026. This edition opens with key takeaways from ESMA’s conference “A New Era for EU Capital Markets” , marking ESMA’s 15th anniversary and focusing on the ambition to build more integrated, efficient and attractive capital markets, with the Savings and Investment Union at the heart of the discussions. Top news highlights include ESMA’s work to advance the simplification of EU reporting frameworks for funds and transactions , the launch of its sixth stress test exercise for Central Counterparties (CCPs) , and the publication of guidance on the effective use of resolution tools in CCP crisis planning . Key publications featured in this edition include: a call for evidence on the structure of European equity markets ; reporting templates and instructions for the Active Account Requirement under EMIR 3 ; the Joint Committee Annual Report for 2025, highlighting digitalisation, cyber resilience and sustainable finance as key priorities. Other updates cover ESMA’s enforcement activities for corporate reporting across the EEA , progress on ESEF implementation with an updated taxonomy , and supervisory convergence in the funds sector . The newsletter also provides an overview of upcoming events and consultations. The Spotlight on Markets newsletter is published regularly and is available on ESMA’s website . For regular updates, follow ESMA on LinkedIn , X and Instagram .

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Sun 31 May

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ESMA consults on revised guidelines to support smoother allocations and confirmations under T+1

ESMA consults on revised guidelines to support smoother allocations and confirmations under T+1 26 May 2026 Post Trading The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has launched a consultation on the updated guidelines on standardised procedures and messaging protocols. This review is part of ESMA’s work to support market participants in preparing for the transition to

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FCAWednesday, May 27, 2026 - 12:00

Review of financial promotion approvers finds some firms need to raise standards

Firms that approve financial promotions should be doing more to protect consumers, an FCA review has found. The FCA found that the strongest firms were applying the Consumer Duty from the start of their processes. They were able to make sure that every promotion approved was accurate, clear and reached the right audience.However, the FCA also found that some firms approved adverts with unsubstantiated claims or allowed retail investors to see promotions intended for professional clients. In som

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BaFinWed 27 May

DEX Capital: The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered on the website dexcpt(.)com

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered on the website dexcpt(.)com. According to information available to Bafin, the operator, DEX Capital, who claims to be based in Hooglede, Belgium, is providing financial and investment services on this website without the required authorisation. The operator contacts investors purportedly to effect the payments due but not paid out to the investors on other online trading platforms. However, the investors still do not receive these payments even after paying a commission.

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BaFinThu 28 May

sogoinvest: The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered on the website sogoinvest(.)com

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered on the website sogoinvest(.)com. According to information available to Bafin, the operator claims to be based in Basel, Switzerland is providing financial and investment services on this website without the required authorisation. The operator falsely claims to be regulated in the United Kingdom. This is not correct.

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FCAThursday, May 28, 2026 - 12:01

Firms have improved but must do more to prevent sanctions breaches

Financial firms have made progress in preventing sanctions breaches – with £37bn worth of assets frozen in the UK as of last year – but gaps remain, warns the FCA. The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) and the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI) implement financial and trade sanctions. The FCA supports them through its role supervising firms within the financial services sector. This includes checking they have adequate sanctions systems and controls.Since February 2022, the FCA has proactively assessed the sanctions systems and controls of over 150 firms across a range of financial services sectors. In its latest review, the FCA found:Repeated examples of firms exhibiting strong controls and identifying potential sanctions breaches before they occurred.The most common root causes of reported sanctions breaches were weaknesses in due diligence, alert management, transaction and name screening, as well as the management of frozen assets and compliance with licences. Firms face challenges in detecting and preventing specific breaches of trade sanctions.The range of controls used for trade sanctions compliance - related to bans on the export and import of goods, technologies and services - was greater than those used for financial sanctions.The regulator is sharing good and poor practice it identified to help all firms further strengthen their sanctions controls.Reports from firms continue to relate primarily to the Russian sanctions regime, but the FCA also saw reports relating to Libya and, increasingly, Iran and North Korea.Today (28 May), the FCA has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OTSI (PDF). It sets out the arrangements for cooperation and the sharing of intelligence between the two organisations.There is already an MoU between the FCA and OFSI (PDF).Notes to editorsSanctions systems and controls in our firms: our findings.The FCA previously looked at firms’ sanctions systems and controls in 2023.

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FCAFriday, May 29, 2026 - 17:51

Court approves distribution of money recovered from Argento Wealth

In its 19 May 2026 judgment, the High Court approved pro rata distribution to eligible investors of money recovered by the FCA from Argento Wealth Limited (AWL). Eligible investors must act by 1 August 2026. You can receive a share of the money recovered if you:Invested in the AWL Loan Scheme; orInvested in the EMB Scheme and if your investment was arranged by AWL or its sub-distributors.We will make payments to eligible investors, as defined in the court judgment, who provide their bank account details on or before 1 August 2026.If we do not have your bank details by this date, then you will be unable to receive a distribution payment.The same applies if we are not aware of your investment by that date.We will write to eligible investors named in Appendices 1 to 2 of the court order using the contact details we already hold. Appendices 1 to 2 are not being published for privacy reasons.If you have not previously been in contact with us, but you invested in the AWL Loan Scheme or in EMB Fund Limited (via AWL or its sub-distributors) and you think you may be eligible, please contact us as soon as possible, and no later than 1 August 2026.If we have previously contacted you but your details have changed, please also contact us as soon as possible, and no later than 1 August 2026.When contacting us, please include:Your full name.Your current home address and email address.Your home address and email address at the time you made the investment (if different).Details of your investment and the total amount invested.Your bank account details for payment, including account number, sort code and/or IBAN, and the account holder names.Please send this information, preferably by email to: opbloomfieldinvestors@fca.org.ukAlternatively, you can write to: Freepost – RTZE – RHAL – URAJ, Unauthorised Business Department – RE01157, Financial Conduct Authority, 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN.More informationRead the High Court’s order for distribution (PDF) (with Appendices 1 t

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New Q&As available

New QAs available 28 May 2026 Digital Finance and Innovation Market Abuse Sustainable finance The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU's securities markets regulator, has published the following question and answer: EU ESG Ratings Regulation (ESGRR) Defined ranking system (2853) Transitional provisions (2854) ESG rating providers established after date of entry into force (2855) Material changes to registration information (2856) Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) Regulation Annually conducted audit under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/957 (2839) Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) Exemption from white paper requirements when offering a crypto-asset other than an ART or EMT (2671) Questions and Answers section

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ESMA’s annual data report shows increased quality, wider use and digital progress

ESMA’s annual data report shows increased quality, wider use and digital progress 29 May 2026 Market data The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, published today its annual report on the quality and use of regulatory data . It shows that improvements in data quality and data use reinforce each other in a virtuous cycle, supporting more effective supervision and market monitoring across the EU. This year’s edition reflects an expansion in the scope of ESMA’s data quality and use activities, with measurable improvements in data quality across major regulatory datasets, including EMIR, SFTR, MiFIR, AIFMD and MMFR. These improvements are accompanied by extensive and growing supervisory use of the data by ESMA and national competent authorities (NCAs), underlining the central role of high-quality data in supporting investor protection, financial stability, orderly markets and market integrity. In parallel, ESMA has advanced simplification and burden reduction efforts through a 2025 Call for Evidence gathering stakeholder input on streamlining reporting across EMIR, MiFIR and SFTR, including options to remove duplications or apply a “report once” approach [LINK]. It is also developing an integrated reporting framework for investment funds to harmonise requirements, reduce fragmentation, and support a more efficient and centralised EU data environment. In addition to the datasets covered in previous editions, the report now includes further reporting regimes and registers, such as Prospectus reporting and ICT-related incident reporting under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). The publication also underlines how ESMA is increasing automation and use of advanced analytical tools, as well as strengthening cooperation with NCAs through common tools, shared dashboards and coordinated data quality e

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Mon 25 May

BaFinMon 18 May

Handelq(.)com and bulltrading24(.)com: Bafin warns against websites

The German Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns about the websites handelq(.)com and bulltrading24(.)com. It is suspected that the unknown operators are offering financial and crypto-asset services without the necessary authorisation. The websites advertise that investments in financial instruments such as cryptocurrencies are possible via the supposed trading platform.

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BaFinTue 19 May

Bafin warns consumers about services offered by Elementum Ventures

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the company Elementum Ventures and the services it is offering. Bafin suspects the unknown operators, who claim to be based in New York, United States, of offering consumers financial, investment and cryptoasset services without the required authorisation. Elementum Ventures is currently offering its services via the websites elementumventures(.)ai and elementumventures(.)com.

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ESMA publishes shortlist of candidates for position of Chair

ESMA publishes shortlist of candidates for position of Chair 20 May 2026 About ESMA Board of Supervisors Press Releases The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published the shortlist of candidates for the position of Chair, which it has sent to the Council of the European Union (Council) and the European Parliament (Parliam

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FCAMonday, May 18, 2026 - 13:10

Our response to the Treasury’s policy statement on Consumer Credit Act reform

The Treasury has published its policy statement today on reform of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA). Reform of the CCA is an important step towards a more flexible regime that supports effective competition and innovation, while maintaining appropriate consumer protection both now and in the future. The proposals set out a framework that places greater emphasis on FCA rules and guidance rather than prescriptive requirements set out in legislation.We intend to consult on the key elements of the

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FCAWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 08:30

Young drivers warned about fake insurance sold on social media

Half (49%) of young drivers have bought insurance through social media or messaging apps, new research reveals. With 4 in 10 (39%) unconfident in spotting the signs of a fake policy, thousands could be paying for cover that doesn’t exist. The FCA is warning 17-to 25-year-old drivers about 'ghost broking' scams where criminals sell bogus insurance policies through social media and messaging platforms.Ghost brokers pose as legitimate insurance sellers but offer cheap rates. The policies they sell

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Sun 24 May

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ESMA publishes shortlist of candidates for position of Chair

ESMA publishes shortlist of candidates for position of Chair 20 May 2026 About ESMA Board of Supervisors Press Releases The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published the shortlist of candidates for the position of Chair, which it has sent to the Council of the European Union (Council) and the European Parliament (Parliam

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FCAWednesday, May 20, 2026 - 08:30

Young drivers warned about fake insurance sold on social media

Half (49%) of young drivers have bought insurance through social media or messaging apps, new research reveals. With 4 in 10 (39%) unconfident in spotting the signs of a fake policy, thousands could be paying for cover that doesn’t exist. The FCA is warning 17-to 25-year-old drivers about 'ghost broking' scams where criminals sell bogus insurance policies through social media and messaging platforms.Ghost brokers pose as legitimate insurance sellers but offer cheap rates. The policies they sell

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Wed 20 May

BaFinMon 18 May

Handelq(.)com and bulltrading24(.)com: Bafin warns against websites

The German Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns about the websites handelq(.)com and bulltrading24(.)com. It is suspected that the unknown operators are offering financial and crypto-asset services without the necessary authorisation. The websites advertise that investments in financial instruments such as cryptocurrencies are possible via the supposed trading platform.

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BaFinTue 19 May

Bafin warns consumers about services offered by Elementum Ventures

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the company Elementum Ventures and the services it is offering. Bafin suspects the unknown operators, who claim to be based in New York, United States, of offering consumers financial, investment and cryptoasset services without the required authorisation. Elementum Ventures is currently offering its services via the websites elementumventures(.)ai and elementumventures(.)com.

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Tue 19 May

FCAMonday, May 18, 2026 - 13:10

Our response to the Treasury’s policy statement on Consumer Credit Act reform

The Treasury has published its policy statement today on reform of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA). Reform of the CCA is an important step towards a more flexible regime that supports effective competition and innovation, while maintaining appropriate consumer protection both now and in the future. The proposals set out a framework that places greater emphasis on FCA rules and guidance rather than prescriptive requirements set out in legislation.We intend to consult on the key elements of the

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Thu 14 May

BaFinMon 2 Mar

Bafin warns consumers about the website viforex(.)com

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered on the website viforex(.)com. Bafin has information that this website is being used to offer financial, investment and cryptoasset services without the required authorisation.

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BaFinFri 24 Apr

OPTE GRUP: Bafin warns consumers about the website opte-grup(.)com

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the services offered by OPTE GRUP. BaFin suspects the unknown operators, who purportedly have their registered office in Ismaning, of using the website opte-grup(.)com to offer consumers banking business, financial services and/or payment services without the required authorisation.

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BaFinWed 13 May

helixapp(.)de / helix-app(.)pro / coinberg(.)eu / coinberg(.)pro: Bafin warns against websites and calls attention to identity theft

The German Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns against the websites helixapp(.)de, helix-app(.)pro, coinberg(.)eu, coinberg(.)pro, which are operated under the name Helix-A and Coinberg. It is suspected that the unknown operators are offering financial and crypto-asset services without authorisation. Consumers are being misled into investing in financial instruments such as crypto-assets. Contrary to the operators’ claims, there is no connection whatsoever with Gesellschaft f&#25

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BaFinWed 13 May

Bafin warns consumers about the website gutekredit(.)com

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bafin) warns consumers about the company GUTEKREDIT and the services it is offering. Bafin suspects the unknown operators, who purportedly have their registered office in Ludwigsburg, Germany, of using the website gutekredit(.)com to offer loans to consumers and thus conduct banking business without the required authorisation.

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ESMA⚡ High priority—

ESMA consults on guidelines on endorsement under the ESG Ratings Regulation

ESMA consults on guidelines on endorsement under the ESG Ratings Regulation 29 April 2026 Credit Rating Agencies The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has launched a public consultation on draft guidelines on endorsement under the ESG Ratings Regulation 1 . The consultation paper sets out ESMA’s proposed approach to the endorsement of non-EU ESG ratings under the r

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ESMA launches a call for evidence on the structure of European equity markets

ESMA launches a call for evidence on the structure of European equity markets 30 April 2026 Trading The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a call for evidence (CfE) presenting a data driven analysis of the evolution of trading in European equity markets between 2022 and 2025, based on MiFIR transaction reporting data. The CfE invites stakeholder feedback on observed trends and their potential regulatory

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ESMA launches its sixth stress test exercise for Central Counterparties

ESMA launches its sixth stress test exercise for Central Counterparties 30 April 2026 CCP Press Releases The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, today launched its sixth stress test exercise for Central Counterparties (CCPs) . The CCP stress test framework drafted by ESMA for the purpose of this exercise is supported by an adverse market scenar

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ESMA consults on a new simplified approach to updating MMF stress test parameters

ESMA consults on a new simplified approach to updating MMF stress test parameters 05 May 2026 Fund Management Simplification and Burden Reduction The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today launched a consultation on a new approach to updating the parameters for stress test scenarios under the Money Market Funds framework.

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ESMA promotes proportionate supervision of MiFID II sustainability requirements

ESMA promotes proportionate supervision of MiFID II sustainability requirements 06 May 2026 Investor protection The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has issued a statement presenting the results of its Common Supervisory Action (CSA) on how sustainability is integrated into firms’ suitability assessment as well as into processes and procedures for product govern

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ESMA outlines enforcement activities for corporate reporting across the EEA in 2025

ESMA outlines enforcement activities for corporate reporting across the EEA in 2025 07 May 2026 Corporate Finance Electronic reporting Financial reporting Sustainable finance The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published its Report on 2025 Corporate reporting enforcement and regulatory activities . The re

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ESMA identifies areas for further supervisory convergence on compliance and internal audit in the funds sector

ESMA identifies areas for further supervisory convergence on compliance and internal audit in the funds sector 11 May 2026 Audit Fund Management The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has published the results of its 2025 Common Supervisory Action (CSA) on the compliance and internal audit functions of fund managers , carried out in with the partici

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European Commission launches call for candidates for the ESAs’ Board of Appeal

European Commission launches call for candidates for the ESAs’ Board of Appeal 12 May 2026 Board of Appeal The European Commission has launched a call for expression of interest for the appointment of members to the Board of Appeal of the three European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA – the ESAs). This call aims to establish a reserve list of qualified candidates to fill vacancies that may aris

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ESMA issues guidance on effective use of resolution tools in CCP crisis planning

ESMA issues guidance on effective use of resolution tools in CCP crisis planning 13 May 2026 CCP The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published a resolution briefing for Central Counterparties (CCPs). The briefing provides practical guidance to National Resolution Authorities (NRAs) on how to operationalise the write-down and conversion of instruments

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Wed 13 May

FCA⚡ High priorityTuesday, April 28, 2026 - 17:47

Trust, tradition and the future of mutual growth

Speech by Sarah Pritchard, FCA deputy chief executive, at the BSA Annual Conference, Edinburgh. As a history lover, it’s thrilling to be in a city like Edinburgh – called a ‘hot-bed of genius’ during the Scottish Enlightenment.What defined the Enlightenment spirit was the refusal to settle, and a determination to make things better for the future.It’s the kind of approach I’m taking to this moment of regulatory reform.Working with others to solve difficult problems, protecting trust and good ou

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FCAThursday, April 30, 2026 - 11:32

Statement on complaints about Wellesley & Co Ltd

We have written to people who complained about how we handled Wellesley & Co Ltd (WCL). Complainants raised concerns about our actions in relation to the wider Wellesley Group. WCL was the only FCA-regulated company in the Group and was responsible for approving financial promotions marketed to investors.We carefully reviewed all the complaints that were made and upheld one about how part of WCL's authorisation process was handled at the time. However, we found this did not cause investors'

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FCA⚡ High priorityThursday, April 30, 2026 - 13:02

FCA sets out guidance to support innovation in fund tokenisation

Asset managers will find it easier to unlock the benefits of fund tokenisation, following the publication of new guidance by the FCA. The guidance sets out how firms can use distributed ledger technology (DLT) within the regulator’s existing rules.New rules will also make fund dealing more efficient, including an optional Direct to Fund (D2F) model. This enables investors to deal directly with the fund, whether traditional or tokenised.Tokenisation is a way of representing an asset, or ownershi

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FCA⚡ High priorityThursday, April 30, 2026 - 13:48

FCA charges Shaun Lawrence for unauthorised mortgage broking

The FCA has charged Shaun Lawrence for operating as a mortgage broker without authorisation. Mr Lawrence, who also goes by the names Shaun Lawrence-Bright and Shaun Bright, was previously authorised to give mortgage advice.However, in 2008 he had his permissions revoked and was fined. He was also banned from working in a regulated role within financial services.The FCA alleges that Mr Lawrence has breached the Financial Services and Markets Act by continuing to provide mortgage broking services

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FCAThursday, April 30, 2026 - 15:07

Cryptoasset firms can request pre-application meetings from 11 May 2026

From 11 May 2026, cryptoasset firms preparing for the new FSMA regime will be able to request a pre-application meeting with us via our Pre-Application Support Service (PASS). Pre-application meetings are free of charge and give firms the opportunity to discuss their plans with us and ask questions before submitting an application for authorisation or variation of existing permissions.This comes ahead of the new regime for cryptoasset regulation, where firms wanting to undertake the new regulat

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FCAThursday, May 7, 2026 - 14:19

Kanda Products & Services Ltd enters liquidation

On 6 May 2026, Kanda Products and Services Ltd (Kanda) entered liquidation. Philip Harris and Neville Side of FRP Advisory Trading Limited have been appointed as Joint Liquidators. Kanda is authorised by the FCA as a credit broker. It operated a network of around 700 introducer appointed representatives, mainly tradespeople who introduced consumers to finance for home improvement and other goods and services.On 16 February 2026, Kanda agreed to a voluntary requirement with the FCA which restric

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FCA⚡ High priorityTuesday, May 12, 2026 - 09:00

FCA fines and bans Frank Breuer for serious misconduct in pension transfer advice

The FCA has banned Frank Breuer from working in UK financial services and fined him £755,000 for repeatedly acting without integrity and putting customers at risk for personal financial gain. Mr Breuer was the joint owner and sole director of Bluesky Wealth Management Limited (Bluesky), which provided advice on investments and pensions. Although authorised to advise on defined benefit (DB) pension transfers, the firm did not have the appropriate professional insurance in place from April 2019.

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FCAWednesday, May 13, 2026 - 11:01

FCA reviews whether investment firms are doing enough to support bereaved customers

The FCA is reviewing how consumer investment firms support bereaved customers and whether they're getting it right. Fewer than half of bereaved customers (47%) felt they received the support they needed from financial firms, according to research (PDF).What the FCA is looking atThe review will focus on firms that advise, manage, or administer investments - including platforms, advisers and wealth managers. The FCA will examine the experience customers have from the moment the firm is told about

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